Hello, I’m MJ Parnell. I love using design to solve hard problems.

I’ve designed experiences that have touched the lives of millions and have run research across five continents. For me, good design isn’t about fancy deliverables, arcane processes or esoteric jargon. The best design needs just two things – thoughtful observation followed by collaborative problem-solving.

I specialise in UX design, interaction design and user research. Whatever I’m doing, I’m never happier than when sketching and scribbling with others to find the perfect solution to a design challenge.

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Testimonials

What is there to say about Mark? He would certainly be the first name on any UX team I was assembling – I might even just stop there, he can pretty much do it all.

He repeatedly hits that sweet spot between creativity and rock solid analytical thinking, providing the right answer at the right time. Super smart, always professional and great fun to work with. I’m also pretty sure he knows every word in the English language.

Dave Ellis, Venture Lead at Kingfisher Digital

I have worked directly with Mark in 2014 and 2015. He is still the best UX designer I have ever worked with.

Always conducting thorough research inside as well as outside the organization, Mark has always delivered designs of extremely high quality bringing incomparable value to the product. He has a rare ability at patiently and very pedagogically walking stakeholders through UX ideation, prototypes and designs.

Virginie Callieau, VP Product development, EF Labs

Mark and I worked together on critical projects for Digital Learning at EF. His international experience, combined with his passion for understanding and conquering the local customers and their culture, gave him a unique ability to lead the UX front on bold projects that explored alternative lead generation and revenue streams.

One of the smartest, most insightful, and fun UX creatives I’ve met in my career.

Mauricio Estrella, Senior Interaction Design Lead, IDEO

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MJ ParnellHome05.13.2017

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